Prerequisites

• High school diploma or higher.
• Proficiency in reading and research skills.
• Basic knowledge of writing.

Course Description

Short stories allow writers to explore ideas that differ from those in longer novels. Additionally, a short story leaves a powerful impact on the reader within a short time, allowing them to reflect on the message or moral after finishing the story. During this course, participants will gain a deep understanding of the elements of short stories, including how to build a compelling plot, develop rich characters, and write impactful dialogue.

Course Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:
• Explain the fundamental concepts of short stories, their types, and their role in literature.
• Define the main idea of a story and construct a cohesive plot.
• Create complex characters, write effective dialogue, and enhance the story's dramatic depth.
• Use appropriate vocabulary to enrich the text and convey emotions more profoundly.

Course Outline

• Introduction to short stories:
- Define short stories and their key elements.
- Types of short stories: realistic, fictional, psychological, and more.
- The role of short stories in literature and their impact on readers.

• Idea development and planning:
- Identify the purpose and general idea of a story.
- Learn techniques for generating new story ideas.
- Build connected scenes and develop a cohesive plot.

• Character development and dialogue:
- Create complex characters and understand their psychological depth.
- The relationships between characters and their influence on the story's progression.
- Write impactful dialogue to strengthen the plot.

• Narrative and descriptive techniques:
- Structure the narrative and organize scenes.
- The strategies for building tension and escalating events.
- Use appropriate vocabulary to enhance emotions and depth in the text.

Course Benefits

• A graduation certificate by Aljazeera Media Institute.